Atty. William E. McCarthy

Atty. William E. McCarthy

William E. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, real estate and 4 other areas of law.

Missoula Missoula 24 Years Experience 24 year
Call (602) 834-1271

Profile Summary

About William E. McCarthy at a glance

William E. McCarthy is an Associate based in Missoula, Montana, practicing at Worden Thane P.C.. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Montana (2002), U.S. Tax Court (2003), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2006). Educated at University of Montana School of Law (J.D., 2002) and Montana Tech of the University of Montana (A.A. University, 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of Montana (Member, Business, Estates, Trust, Tax and Real Estate (BETTR) Section) Western Montana Bar Association (Director) American Bar Association National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serves clients in Missoula, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William E. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a A.A. degree from Montana Tech of the University of Montana in 1995, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • William practices at Worden Thane P.C. in Missoula, MT

Practice Areas Explained

William E. McCarthy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William E. McCarthy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William E. McCarthy is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Montana →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

William E. McCarthy is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Montana →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Montana

Practicing law in Montana. Legal matters in Montana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Missoula are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Montana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Montana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Montana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William E. McCarthy

Where is William E. McCarthy's law office located?
William E. McCarthy's law practice is located in Missoula, Montana. The firm is Worden Thane P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William E. McCarthy handle?
William E. McCarthy focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Montana.
How long has William E. McCarthy practiced law?
William E. McCarthy has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did William E. McCarthy go to law school?
William E. McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (A.A. University, 1995).
How can I contact William E. McCarthy for a consultation?
You can contact William E. McCarthy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William E. McCarthy received?
William E. McCarthy's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Montana School of Law
- 2002
A.A. University
Montana Tech of the University of Montana
- 1995

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 2002
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2006

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